MT106:
Students become problem solvers of practical real-life problems. Topics covered include statistical methods in science and business, probability theory; coding techniques which provide for efficient handling of inventory data and data compression; techniques for detecting and correcting errors which occur when electronically transmitting identification numbers; alternative voting systems, and fair division procedures applied to mergers, divorce settlements, inheritance, and other potential adversarial situations.
Meeting Times, Location, & Course Delivery Details
Contact Information
Textbook: Viewing Life Mathematically; A Pathway to Quantitative Literacy, 2nd Edition, by Denley, Publisher Hawkes Learning. It is expected that you will thoroughly read each section that is covered. You are also required to purchase the online software. This purchase includes a digital version of the textbook.
Calculators: Calculators (not a cell phone) may be used on most tests and quizzes. You may use your cell phone’s calculator during class activities only when specified by your professor.
Tentative Schedule
Subject to change during the semester. Adequate notice of changes will be given.
Homework: Homework will consist of problems from the textbook (via required software at learn.hawkeslearning.com or through Blackboard), handouts, and in-class activities. You are encouraged to work with other students on all homework assignments and in-class activities.
Quizzes: There will be periodic in-class quizzes. No make-up quizzes will be given; however, the lowest quiz grade will be dropped. Calculators will be allowed on a case-by-case basis.
Exams: There will be four in-class exams during the semester. The dates for these exams are:
TEST #1 Wednesday, February 5th
TEST #2 Wednesday, February 26th
TEST #3 Wednesday, March 26th
TEST #4 TBD: Monday, April 14th or Wed April 16th
Grading: Your final grade will be determined as follows:
Homework, quizzes, in-class activities 25%
(4) Tests 60%
Final exam 15%
Grade Assignment: 90%-100% A, 80%-89% B, 70%-79% C, 60-69% D, <60% F.
Instructor Course Policies
Attendance: Attendance is mandatory. There will be no make-ups for missed class without prior arrangements. Excessive absences will result in a lower letter grade. See the current Student Handbook for the college’s Attendance Policy, especially as it pertains to excused absences.
Additional Information
Math Center: Located in RCC. Free drop-in tutoring during certain hours. Schedule TBD.
ADA Statement: Americans with Disabilities Act: If you have a documented disability that requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Director at 937-481-2444, Robinson Communications Center.
Academic Misconduct: See the current Student Handbook for the college’s Academic Integrity policies as they pertain to examinations, plagiarism, classroom behavior, and the process for handling academic misconduct charges.
Withdraw: The last date to withdraw from class is Wednesday, March 25th.
Expectations:
- No laptops, cell phones, or other electronic devices are permitted to be used or turned on during class unless specified by the instructor for certain activities.
- Read all required material, arrive on time and be prepared for class, and in general use your common sense.
- A minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work is expected for each hour of in-class time.
TESTING POLICIES
- Cell phones and other communication devices are prohibited. A calculator may be allowed on some exams. It is your responsibility to have a calculator to use on these exams.
- All tests are mandatory. Exceptions to the mandatory attendance may be granted, provided that the appropriate evidence/documentation is brought to your professor as soon as possible, for (1) Serious health or serious family problems or (2) Other exceptional cases.
Institutional and Program-Level Policies
All exams will follow the Final Exam Schedule. Students scheduled to take three or more final examinations on one day may request to arrange their examination schedule, so no more than two exams occur on one day.
Requests for early or late exams are considered only under extreme circumstances. Prior to the exam period, the student must file a written request on the Early/Late Exam Form available in the Student One Stop Center, Academic Records, and on the WC portal. The form must be signed by the Instructor and the Academic Dean, approving the alternate exam time. This process must be completed prior to the scheduled exam period.
Undergraduate: SP25 Final Exam Schedule Graduate:
Out-of-class Work Expectation A minimum of 2 hours of out-of-class student work is expected for each hour of in-class time for traditional face-to-face courses. For online and hybrid courses, the combination of face-to-face time and out-of-class work should be equal to 3 hours per credit hour per week. |
Instructional Course Delivery |
Academic Integrity Policy The use of generative AI is prohibited except where expressly allowed in assignment instructions. |
Class Attendance Policy |
Accessibility and Disability Services
Accessibility and Disability Services
Wilmington College provides accommodations and services for student with a variety of disabilities, including chronic illnesses, psychological, physical, medical, learning, and sensory disability amongst others. If you anticipate or experience barriers based on disability and feel you may need a reasonable accommodation to fulfill the essential functions of this course, you are encouraged to contact:
Spencer Izor, Associate Vice President of Compliance - Title IX/ADA Coordinator at spencer.izor@wilmington.edu or 937-481-2365 or Nathan Flack, Academic Resource Manager at 937-481-2208 to learn more about the process and procedures for requesting accommodations, or by visiting College Hall Room 306a or the Robinson Communication Center, Room 103.
Religious Accommodations
Wilmington College strives for an inclusive climate and welcomes students from all backgrounds, faiths, and experiences. If religious observance impedes your ability to participate fully in classroom activities or a principal holiday from your religious tradition occurs during the semester and conflicts with class meetings or activities, please make the professor aware of this immediately to determine if a reasonable accommodation is possible.